What is Layout in Graphic Design ?
Layout is important in all design planning both in terms of the function of the design and aesthetic goals.
In terms of graphic design, designers can explore with pencil and paper to find the right layout alternatives.
Five basic principles
How Layout can be more effective?. The main key in making layouts that are functionally and aesthetically effective is mastering the five pillars of Layout principles which can sharpen a designer's point of view.
Proximity,
white space,
margin,
Contrast,
Repetition
Proximity
Proximity is about using visual space to bring related elements closer together so that they are more organized and easier to study. Groups that are not related to each other should be separated to visually emphasize their lack of connection. Overall, the design is much easier to
understand at a glance.
White space
White space is an important part of every composition. It's not just negative space, like the blank space between content, between lines, and even the outer margin.White space gives readers pause, so it's easier to go through one thing and another step by step. White space helps you define and separate different sections; it gives your content room to breathe. White space also gives readers the opportunity to rest their eyes, so they avoid eye fatigue.
Text Margin Alignment
Neatly arranged margins make the design look neat and professional. Margin Alignment really helps designers to build an orderly and strong design structure.Centered, right-aligned, or left-aligned text are the most common, but you can also choose asymmetry and align text to other objects in your graphic.Margin Alignment helps ensure a crisp and organized appearance for better designs by ensuring the various design elements connect beautifully with each other
Contrast
Contrast in design is making one item stand out from another. When it comes to layout and composition, contrast can help you do many things, such as grab the reader's attention, create emphasis, or direct the reader's focus on something important.Contrast in design can be made with layout, color, font or illustration.
Hierarchy
Hierarchy is basically tiered contrasts. This makes it easier for us to explain the flow of information to an important point.Hierarchical contrast directs the viewer in a sequence of where to start and where to go next by using a different level of emphasis in each element, be it layout, color, text, illustrations or fonts in the design.
Repetition
Repetition or "Patterns" are regular repetitions of shapes. Patterns in designs give a sense of order and are organized and consistent. If you have some equally important information then you have to put it in a fair measure. If you are working on a catalog or menu where there is nothing to champion,
just use the Repetition.
